The DPA 2012 Compact Cardioid Mic is the best all-around, generalist mic that you can find to cover a wide range of close-miking needs on the live stage. It is a robust and reliable condenser mic, best for single instrument pickup. Its specifically powerful characteristics make it an extremely flexible mic that will shine on many instruments, particularly those in the high-frequency range. The DPA 2012 is constructed to withstand rough handling on a hectic live stage. It has a thicker, more robust body construction of brass that is very durable and known for its corrosion resistance and tolerance against metal fatigue. In addition to the heavy-duty materials used, the surfaces of the mic handle and grille are treated with a protective black chrome finish, which ensures more graceful ageing.
Features
- Durable, reinforced construction
- Excellent transient response
- Uniform cardioid directionality
- Outstanding SPL handling
- Natural and precise sound reproduction
Specifications
| Directional pattern |
Cardioid |
| Principle of operation |
Pressure gradient |
| Cartridge type |
Pre-polarized condenser |
| Frequency response |
20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Effective frequency range, ±2 dB, at 30 cm (11.8 in) |
40 Hz to 20 kHz |
| Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz |
8 mV/Pa; -42 dB re. 1 V/Pa |
| Equivalent noise level, A-weighted |
Typ. 20 dB(A) re 20 µPa (max. 22 dB(A)) |
| Distortion, THD < 1% |
148 dB SPL (151 dB SPL peak) |
| Dynamic range |
Typ. 131 dB |
| Max. SPL, THD 10% |
153 dB SPL (156 dB SPL peak) |
| Switchable attenuator, filters etc. |
- |
| Rated output impedance |
60 Ω |
| Minimum load impedance |
2 kΩ |
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Cable drive capability
|
100 m (328 ft) |
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Output balance principle
|
Impedance balancing with Active Drive |
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Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR)
|
> 60 dB |
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Power supply (for full performance)
|
P48 (Phantom Power) |
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Current consumption
|
0.7 mA |
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Connector
|
XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: - phase |
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Color
|
Matte black |
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Weight
|
83 g (2.9 oz) |
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Microphone diameter
|
19 mm (0.75 in) |
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Capsule diameter
|
17 mm (0.67 in) |
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Microphone length
|
94 mm (3.7 in) |
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Maximum output voltage, RMS
|
8.7 V (21 dBu) |
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Polarity
|
+V at pin 2 for positive sound pressure |
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Temperature range
|
-40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F) |
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Relative humidity (RH)
|
Up to 90% |
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Sensitivity selection tolerance (at 1 kHz)
|
±1.5 dB |
